Hi-Tech Procedures
Nowadays, you can get everything within a snap of a finger. If the traditional braces last for about one to two years, recent study shows that there is a new technology to make straightening teeth faster and yes, more precise. A clinic in Rochester Hills is where all this hi-tech procedure begun. A computerized treatment [...]
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Tooth Straightening Doesn’t Mean You Have To Be A "Brace Face"
The majority of people have crooked teeth to some degree. If you are among them, the chances are that you’ve considered getting your teeth straightened. But there are many reasons we find for avoiding getting straightening done, most of them associated with traditional orthodontics.Traditional orthodontics means wire braces, which are an unappealing option for many [...]
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Migraine and orthodontics II
Head pain which can be described through a plethora of other pains such as migraines, headaches, earaches, neck problems, etc., is basically a symptom of a “neuromuscular and skeletal imbalance” found above your shoulders. Here is part two in a series of self-diagnostic tips to help you find which causes the problem. Previous orthodontic care [...]
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Is He For Real?
If you are not sure of your orthodontist credibility then better do the questioning. Ask in a nice way if he is a board passer in this field. If he is, certainly there are certifications to prove it. Check also if he has received a formal training. At least he has taken a two year [...]
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Better Implant Success using Bone Growth Protein
Known as BMP or bone morphogenetic protein, it is a recently isolated protein that is responsible for the formation of bone growth. Harvested by researchers from the bone tissue of the sinuses, it is extracted and the new bone harvested for use in dental implants further improving the chances of success for the procedure. It [...]
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How a simple Toothache can give you a Heart Condition
Streptococcus mutans is the name of the bacteria that causes cavities that is quite abundant in our mouths. It normally resides on our teeth and gums, eating away at food particles left behind as we eat. Even brushing and other oral health regimen cannot totally eliminate the nasty germ from our mouths. Heavy flossing or [...]
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Flouride – Does it really work?
Known as the all around teeth protection compound of recent history, many studies are now suggesting that it may not offer as much protection as previously thought. This comes to light as figures in the billions of money spent on the usage and introduction of the compound into potable water systems are under scrutiny. It [...]
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Children and the appearance of permanent teeth
Children usually start losing their milk teeth at age 6. When this happens, it is important that you become aware about how their permanent teeth are growing. It is at this stage when the likelihood of having crooked teeth happens and the use of orthodontics becomes a necessity. But with proper precautions children may not [...]
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What is Bruxism?
Have you experienced waking up with a sore jaw muscles or a headache? If yes, you are experiencing Bruxism. Dentist use Bruxism as a term for grinding and clenching of teeth. This can cause teeth to become really painful and sometimes when in deep pain, your teeth are like clamping together. Dentist says that because [...]
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Facebow
In some ways or another, orthodontics advises to use a facebow. This uses a headgear to provide needed force in order to move the child’s jaw. Headgear are not usually sold in stores since it’s quite risky. When worst comes to worst, it’s the only alternative to surgery and an orthodontist prescribes it. Just be [...]
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